Samsung GT-P5210 User manual

www.samsung.com
User Manual
GT-P5210

2
About this manual
This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s
high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail
the device’s functions and features.
•
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
•
Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
•
Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.
•
Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers
or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the
manual, refer to the Samsung website,
www.samsung.com .
•
Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Applications related to the content may not work
properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
•
Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service
provider.
•
Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider
other than Samsung.
•
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.
•
Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.

About this manual
3
•
Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
contact service providers.
•
Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information
Copyright
Copyright © 2014 Samsung Electronics
This guide is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung
Electronics.

About this manual
4
Trademarks
•
SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
•
The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™, Google Mail™, YouTube™, Google Play™
Store, and Google Talk™are trademarks of Google, Inc.
•
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
•
Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
•
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
DivX®, DivX Certified®and associated logos are trademarks
of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under
licence.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO
DivX®is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is
an official DivX Certified®device that has passed rigorous testing to verify that it plays DivX
video. Visit
www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into
DivX videos.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND
This DivX Certified®device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-
Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in
your device setup menu. Go to
vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your
registration.
DivX Certified®to play DivX®video up to HD 720p, including premium content.
Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Dolby Digital Plus, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

5
Table of Contents
Getting started
7 Device layout
8 Buttons
9 Package contents
10 Charging the battery
12 Inserting a memory card
14 Turning the device on and off
14 Holding the device
15 Locking and unlocking the device
15 Adjusting the volume
15 Switching to silent mode
Basics
16 Indicator icons
17 Using the touch screen
20 Rotating the screen
20 Notifications
21 Home screen
24 Using applications
24 Applications screen
26 Help
26 Entering text
28 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
29 Setting up accounts
30 Setting up user profiles
30 Transferring files
31 Securing the device
33 Upgrading the device
Communication
34 Contacts
38 Email
40 Google Mail
41 Hangouts
41 Google+
42 ChatON
42 Photos
Web & network
43 Internet
44 Chrome
45 Bluetooth
46 Group Play
47 Smart Remote
Media
49 Music
51 Camera
56 Gallery
59 Story Album
59 Paper Artist
60 Video
61 YouTube
62 Flipboard
62 Businessweek+
62 NYTimes

Table of Contents
6
Settings
81 About Settings
81 Wi-Fi
82 Bluetooth
82 Data usage
82 More settings
83 Blocking mode
83 Hands-free mode
84 Sound
84 Display
85 Storage
86 Power saving mode
86 Battery
86 Application manager
86 Default applications
86 Users
86 Location
87 Lock screen
88 Security
89 Language and input
91 Cloud
91 Backup and reset
91 Add account
91 Voice control
92 Accessories
92 Date and time
92 Accessibility
94 About device
94 Google Settings
Troubleshooting
Application & media stores
63 Play Store
64 Samsung Apps
64 Game Hub
65 Play Books
65 Play Movies & TV
65 Play Music
65 Play Games
66 Play Newsstand
66 Music Hub
66 Video Hub
67 Readers Hub
67 Learning Hub
Utilities
68 Memo
69 S Planner
71 POLARIS Office 5
73 Dropbox
73 Cloud
74 Drive
74 Alarm
75 World Clock
76 Calculator
76 S Voice
77 Google
78 Voice Search
78 My Files
79 Downloads
Travel & local
80 Maps

7
Getting started
Device layout
Back button
Home button
Speaker
Light sensor
Menu button
Multipurpose
jack
Touch screen
Front camera
Power button Volume button
Microphone
Rear camera
IrLED
Memory card
slot
Speaker
Headset jack
GPS antenna
•
Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.
•
Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.
•
Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

Getting started
8
Buttons
Button Function
Power
•
Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
•
Press and hold for more than 9 seconds to reset the device if
it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.
•
Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.
Menu
•
Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.
•
Tap and hold on the Home screen to launch Google search.
Home
•
Press to return to the Home screen.
•
Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.
•
Press twice to launch S Voice .
Back
•
Tap to return to the previous screen.
Volume
•
Press to adjust the device volume.

Getting started
9
Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
•
Device
•
Quick start guide
•
The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
•
The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
•
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
•
You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
•
Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
•
Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.
•
Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.

Getting started
10
Charging the battery
Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also
used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
•
When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low
battery power message.
•
If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.
Charging with the charger
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
•
The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge
the battery.
•
If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
•
While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.
•
If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.